How to Cite an Article in Chicago Style
Learn to cite magazine and newspaper articles in Chicago format. Examples for print and online sources.
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Chicago Article Format
Template
Last, First. "Article Title." Publication Name, Month Day, Year. URL.
Example
Reference List Entry
Johnson, Sarah. "The Future of Remote Work." The Atlantic, March 15, 2024. https://www.theatlantic.com/future-remote-work.
In-Text Citation
(Johnson 2024)
Source Details
- Author
- Johnson, Sarah
- Title
- The Future of Remote Work
- Site
- The Atlantic
- Year
- March 15, 2024
- URL
- https://www.theatlantic.com/future-remote-work
Formatting Tips
- Use full publication dates for magazines/newspapers
- Italicize publication names
- Include URL for online articles
- Put article titles in quotation marks
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using only the year for dated publications
- Forgetting to italicize publication name
- Omitting URLs for online articles
- Not using quotation marks for article titles
Step-by-Step Guide
- 1
Gather source information
Collect all required information for your article: author names, title, publication date, URL or DOI, and other relevant details.
- 2
Format author names
In Chicago, author names are formatted with last name first, followed by initials or full first name depending on the style requirements.
- 3
Structure the citation
Arrange the elements in the correct Chicago order: typically author, date, title, source, and access information.
- 4
Apply formatting rules
Apply italics, quotation marks, and punctuation according to Chicago 17th Edition guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I cite a newspaper article in Chicago?
Include the full date, section if applicable, and URL for online versions. Page numbers are optional for newspapers.
What's the difference between citing a magazine and journal article?
Magazines use full dates without volume/issue numbers. Journals use volume, issue, and page numbers.
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